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We went to his oncologist at Georgetown University today and she said she can't do anything more for him. Nothing for his tumors or jaundice. She said that his main tumors were in the upper "leaves"of the biliary tree and are very hard to treat. She also said he has at least a few weeks to 3 months. The University of Maryland rejected him and I'm sure Johns Hopkins will do the same. I guess we have to prepare for his passing soon. Our family will have to be strong without him but we know at least he'll be in God's hands without suffering anymore. Thanks for all your support and information though.

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i think you should not surrender like that. please go to another place for further advice, perhaps they can do something better. for my mum's case, 2 best doctors said they cannot do anything, however we came to another hospital and they have done a surgery for her. dont surrender, we have to fight till the end.

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John Hopkins rejected him too today. They said since his liver was so poor they don't think any of their treatments and trials would work. I just want to be prepared so I'm making Hopsice and funeral arrangements. At the very least I won't have any regrets about trying everything we could think of to help him. I just think the cancer was too quick for us to handle.

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mybdm.....This is the most difficult walk to walk and I am hoping for you and your husband to be able to cherish the most precious moments of all. Now, it is all about finding comfort for your wonderful husband and for you to have the strengths and support so much needed, at this very special time in your life. Please, don

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mybdm.... I echo what everyone else has already said. Love and memories forever. God bless you both. Coming your way, a prayer for strength and peace for the remainder of this emotional journey.Jeff G,

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I'm so sorry you're going through this -- have you looked into hospice yet? They can make a huge difference, and they usually offer counseling and clergypeople to help the patient AND the caregivers. I wish you all the best in this trying time-Joyce M

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We have talked with a Hospice nurse today who said that because his health is declining so fast she gave him only days to live. He can hardly walk two steps without his legs giving out and many times he is just bearly conscious of anything. We keep praying for either a miraculous recovery or a quick and painless death. He is in God's hands now. The coming years will be very hard but my children and I will manage somehow. We have many other friends and family members helping us. Thank you all again for your prayers and support.

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mybdm,We willbe praying for you that the endwill be easy and peaceful. That time will be coming for alloif us and it helpsto know we are not alone. God Bless you and your famly in this difficult time. Mary Anne

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mybdm,May the Passion of Christ strengthen you as you begin this Divine part of the journey. It does so hurt, but God will comfort you. Sending up my prayers for you and your family.Jolene(daddysgirl)

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